Nursing Older People

Skin tears are common injuries that result from mechanical forces. Older people with fragile skin are at greater risk of this type of wound. They are usually categorised as acute wounds that typically heal in 7-21 days but the healing process can be disrupted, leading to chronic, non-healing wounds. They

Understanding why a person with dementia might behave in a particular way is crucial for improving the experience of the person with dementia and those who are caring for them.

A Workforce Strategy for Adult Social Care in England comes at a pivotal moment for the social care sector. It presents an opportunity, not only to attract, train and retain staff, but also to transform the structure of social care itself, as well as how we work and educate people.

Reflection is an essential aspect of nursing practice that facilitates continuing professional development and practice improvement. Critical reflection is a more in-depth form of reflection and can be described as a creative, dynamic and transformative learning process that enhances practice by promoting self-awareness and critical thinking. Older adults often present

Some nursing students struggle to see the point of research, finding the concept and the language that surrounds it challenging. University of Nottingham assistant professor of nursing Liz Charalambous says: ‘What underpins research for me is how it benefits patients. People tend to focus on gaining practical skills, such as